The National Lithuanian American Hall of Fame (NLAHF) is an educational, social, charitable, and non-profit organization dedicated to acquainting the general public with Lithuanian history and culture through the induction of persons of Lithuanian heritage who have contributed, in the arts, sciences, sports,and politics in the United States. The NLAHF will support and pursue initiatives that foster learning and education.

Come join us as our Lithuanian American Legends enter the National Lithuanian American Hall of Fame (NLAHF) at its inaugural induction ceremony.

The induction ceremony will take place on August 24, 2013, at theLithuanian World Center, 14911 E. 127th Street, Lemont, IL 60439. The festivities will begin at 6:30 p.m.

This event is not just an induction ceremony, but a gala celebration, including dinner, music, and dancing, to honor these Lithuanian American Legends, and to highlight the significant contributions Lithuania and its people have brought to the world of sports, leadership, education, science, and the arts.

Much is to be learned about Lithuania and its people as Lithuania’s is only now emerging from a half century of brutal Soviet occupation, when its voice on the world stage was silenced. However, in the brief span of 23 years, Lithuania, once again, emerges as a European leader. In 2009, its capital city, Vilnius, was declared the cultural capital of Europe, and it has just recently assumed the presidency of the European Union.

The National Lithuanian American Hall of Fame is a non-profit organization in the State of Illinois, with a governing board composed of members from various ethnic and racial communities, and is dedicated to promoting Lithuania, its epic history, its unique culture, and its people, to the American public. The NLAHF also promotes and supports educational initiatives without regard to race, religion, gender, or ethnicity.

Seize this opportunity to meet with these Lithuanian American Legends during one of their rare appearances in Chicago, and make this an evening to remember.

Event and ticket purchase information is readily available at the National Lithuanian American Hall of Fame website, www.lithhof.org by clicking on the “Event” tab.